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International School of Management (ISM)

Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia · Private University

DE Rank #132 State-recognised German higher-education institution Admissions open
Type
Private University
Founded
Students
International

Overview

Die International School of Management (ISM) in Dortmund ist eine private Hochschule, die in Nordrhein-Westfalen liegt. Sie bietet eine Vielzahl von Studiengängen an, darunter Betriebswirtschaftslehre (MBA), Informationssysteme, Supply Chain & Logistics, International Business, Marketing, Mathematik und Psychologie. Diese vielfältige Auswahl an Fächern zielt darauf ab, den Studierenden praxisnahe und theoretische Kenntnisse zu vermitteln, die in der heutigen globalen Marktumgebung anwendbar sind.<br><br>Als private Institution legt die ISM den Fokus auf eine wirtschaftsorientierte Ausbildung mit kleineren Klassen, die individuelle Aufmerksamkeit fördern. Der Ansatz der Hochschule verbindet ein anspruchsvolles akademisches Training mit praktischen Anwendungen und bereitet die Studierenden auf Karrieren in verschiedenen Branchen vor. Den Studierenden wird geraten, die spezifischen Kurse für weitere akademische und berufliche Möglichkeiten zu überprüfen.

Programs at International School of Management (ISM)

12 programs across 2 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor Finance & Management

International School of Management (ISM)

⏱ 6 semesters 🎓 Full Time 💰 €5,970 total

Master's Degree

Master's Degree International Business

MBA General Management

International School of Management (ISM)

⏱ 3 semesters 🎓 Full Time 💰 €8,300 total
Master's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Master International Business

International School of Management (ISM)

⏱ 4 semesters 🎓 Full Time 💰 €6,480 total
Master's Degree Mathematics

Master's in Finance

International School of Management (ISM)

⏱ 4 semesters 🎓 Full Time 💰 €6,480 total

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Semester contribution

Semesterbeitrag — often includes a transport ticket

Indicative living cost

Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees — only the semester contribution. Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU students €1,500 per semester, and private universities set their own fees. Figures are indicative; confirm with the university before applying.

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Admission requirements

A secondary-school leaving certificate recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur (checked against the anabin database, usually via uni-assist). Applicants whose qualification is not directly equivalent complete a Studienkolleg year and the Feststellungsprüfung, or sit the TestAS. Master’s applicants need a relevant bachelor’s degree with a good grade average; some subjects are restricted by a Numerus Clausus (NC) or an aptitude assessment (Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren).

Language: German-taught degrees: DSH-2, TestDaF 4x4, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule or Goethe-Zertifikat C2. English-taught degrees: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 88+ (programme-dependent); many international master’s programmes are taught fully in English and require no German at entry.

How to apply

  1. 1Check your qualification for equivalence in the anabin database and confirm the programme’s intake and deadline (usually 15 July for October, 15 January for April).
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: A secondary-school leaving certificate recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur (checked against the anabin database, usually via uni-assist). Applicants whose qualification is not directly equivalent complete a Studienkolleg year and the Feststellungsprüfung, or sit the TestAS. Master’s applicants need a relevant bachelor’s degree with a good grade average; some subjects are restricted by a Numerus Clausus (NC) or an aptitude assessment (Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren).
  3. 3Apply through uni-assist (most international applicants), hochschulstart.de for nationally restricted subjects such as medicine, or directly with the university where it accepts direct applications.
  4. 4Submit certified transcripts and translations, your language certificate (DSH / TestDaF / telc for German-taught, IELTS / TOEFL for English-taught) and — if your country requires it — the APS certificate, then pay the processing fee.
  5. 5On receiving your letter of admission (Zulassungsbescheid), open a blocked account and take out health insurance, then apply for the national student visa (Visa D) at the German mission in your country.

For international students

Non-EU students apply for a German national student visa (Visa D) at the German mission in their country, then convert it into a residence permit for study purposes at the local Ausländerbehörde. Proof of funds is normally a blocked account (Sperrkonto) — currently about €11,904 for one year — plus statutory health insurance. Graduates may stay for up to 18 months on a job-seeking residence permit.

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Scholarships for International School of Management (ISM) students

National and foundation scholarships open to students at International School of Management (ISM). Because public universities in Germany charge no tuition, these mostly fund living costs.

Partial Bachelor's Degree

Deutschlandstipendium

Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)

€300 per month for at least two semesters, independent of income and nationality

All students, including international Rolling
Full Master's Degree

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (EMJM)

European Commission (Erasmus+)

Full tuition, monthly allowance and travel/installation costs for the whole joint degree

International students Rolling
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Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements for International School of Management (ISM)?

A secondary-school leaving certificate recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur (checked against the anabin database, usually via uni-assist). Applicants whose qualification is not directly equivalent complete a Studienkolleg year and the Feststellungsprüfung, or sit the Tes...

How is International School of Management (ISM) ranked?

Germany national rank #132.

What are the English requirements?

German-taught degrees: DSH-2, TestDaF 4x4, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule or Goethe-Zertifikat C2. English-taught degrees: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 88+ (programme-dependent); many international master’s programmes are taught fu...

Last updated 22 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.